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Water Resources Supervisor

Posting Begin Date: 2025/07/25

Posting End Date: 2025/08/10

Category: Natural Resources

Sub Category: Water Agency

Work Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: 39.00

Maximum Salary: 40.00

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) has an exciting opportunity for a natural resource professional who wants to impact Idaho water issues.

IDWR is filling a vacancy for a Water Resources Supervisor in our State Office in Boise. The person in this position will manage the Water Supply Bank Program on behalf of the Idaho Water Resource Board; supervise staff in processing water supply bank program applications; establish guidance and procedures consistent with Idaho water law, rules, and policies; coordinate with water users, stakeholders, and IDWR staff; manage program budgets, and create and present water supply bank program reports.

The Water Resources Supervisor will lead a small team who assist customers with water right questions and water supply bank filings, review and process Water Supply Bank filings, maintain records on multiple media, and implement process efficiency improvements. Duties are primarily in the office with the possibility of occasional in-state travel.

Example of Duties

• Hire and train staff, assign work, and evaluate performance

• Interpret Water Supply Bank Program statutes and rules to create policy and guidance

• Plan, delegate, and schedule work to meet unit and Section objectives

• Track program performance and prepare annual reports

• Work with information technology professionals to design, create, test, and implement software updates

• Produce informational brochures and specialized products for public use

• Coordinate with the Idaho Water Resource Board Members to accomplish program objectives

• Process complex water right applications

• Review and approve water right permits, licenses, transfers, and water supply bank applications

• Assist the public, attorneys, and consultants with answers to complex questions about water right, adjudication, and water administration matters

• Supports administrative or court contested case proceedings by conducting conferences or hearings and by giving written or oral expert testimony

• Maintains accurate water right, adjudication, and water use records in multiple formats

Minimum Qualifications

Water Resources Supervisor (General) Minimum Qualifications:

Some knowledge of:

• Supervisory practices

• Project management principles

• Data management systems

Experience with:

• Interpreting, applying, and explaining state laws and rules

• Leading a team project or coordinating a program that requires planning, prioritizing, and accomplishing multiple regulatory, administrative, or business objectives

• Describing technical subject matter to non-technical users both orally and in writing

Water Rights Specialty Area Minimum Qualifications:

Experience with:

• Applying state laws, policies, and practices to water right processes, and interpreting water right records

• Calculating and measuring water flow rates and volumes for irrigation and other water uses

• Interpreting maps and aerial imagery and using Geographic Information System (GIS) software

Good knowledge of:

• Surface and ground water hydrology as it relates to water diversion and use, well drilling, water system design, and water measurement

Some knowledge of:

• Record-keeping practices

Additional Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Water Resources, please visit our website: https://idwr.idaho.gov.

Our Mission: To serve the citizens of Idaho by ensuring that water is conserved and available to sustain Idaho's economy, ecosystems, and resulting quality of life.

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.